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Where does durability win over light weight?
I popped one flexible water bottle in the field, and that was all it took to make me carry a classic 48oz plastic Nalgene as a primary bottle. Where have you sacrificed...
Lanterns
I'm fairly new to backpacking and was wondering what must of you use for a lightweight camp lantern? Is a lantern even necessary or can you get by using campfire/headlamp? thanks Get...
reflective tape and/or velcro for night biking?
howdy all. per the subject line... 1.) fall is coming and biking at night will be entirely new for me. (hiking in dark-- been there, do that). i ride "back" roads in...
revised 3 season list, Switzerland
my gear list for short overnighters 1-2 nights, solo or 2 person, down to freezing. moderate weather, occasional storms. Gear worn Boxershorts Cotton, 75g Socks Cotton, 32g Pants Trekking, synthetic, 274g Base...
Aarn Featherlite Freedom- how to load it?
I know we have some Aarn pack users on this forum, and I know of at least one that has a Featherlite Freedom. The big difference between the FF and other, smaller...
Volcano National Park
Any every hiked here? Any thoughts on a trail book or info I can find beyond the fed website? First, on Maui, consider Haleakala. You start up at the top, hike down...
Petzel Headlamps New And Improved
Recently Petzel has upgraded the majority of their headlamps. I figured Id bring this to everyones attention so you can analyze the improvements they have made to these newer models. Also for...
Hiking poles and necessity for Ultralighters
> Because carrying poles when they are not providing little benefit adds weight - say a pound - that could better be left at home. that's not really fair. As I said...
Why and How to Organize and Pack Backpacking Gear on the Trail and in Camp
Companion forum thread to: Why and How to Organize and Pack Backpacking Gear on the Trail and in CampHaving an intentional, consistent, and efficient approach to packing your gear for a backpacking...
Burn Time for Headlamps
i tested my Black Diamond Ion for burn time and was unimpressed on two fronts. I used new lithium and new alkaline batteries. Both had almost identical burn times of 4 3/4...
3rd Annual BPL Spring Run -Zion Training Thread
Art- with these PI's I went w/ 3/8" because they seem a little thinner than past Montrails where I used 1/2" screws- the 1/2" screws in the Montrails stayed in really well-...
REI currently working on new return policies
If you buy an article of clothing and never use it other than wear once, will they resell it as new? Or do they have to resell all returns as used? I...
Trinity Alps Septemberfest 2012
Once again a wonderful trip with fellow BPL members. All survived. Mt. Shasta Billy Be Damned Lake? Lake Anna Eric,Erik, Marty! Ken back to camp. Eric This is were the crew split...
Zebralight H51
I just got my H51. The highest level which they claim to be 200lm is obviously not as bright as my Fenix HL20 at 105lm (the spill beam spread and hot spot...
Newbie Gear List
This is my general 3-Season gear list. I used to carry 40-45lbs. I have been cutting down over the last year and still cutting. I know this isn’t True Ultralight but I...
40% off at Backcountry…
No Problem it's a crazy good deal! Glad to help! I feel a bit cheated now though - I'm broke! ;) . The new code still works for me. I'm in shopping...
Gear List for a Simple Overnighter
Here's the scenario: You get off work Friday at 1 pm and you have 24 hours. So you swing by the house, and grab your dedicated "ready kit", suitable virtually year round...
Podcast 113 | Pad Pumps
Companion forum thread to: Podcast 113 | Pad PumpsIn episode 113 of the Backpacking Light Podcast, we talk about current PAD PUMP trends in the ultralight cottage industry, the challenges faced by...
backup light
Thanks David! It is good to hear about your direct experience with the light. Also good to hear perspectives about the strengths of warmer emitters. I will probably try out an A5...
What can you tell me by looking at this map? (Tuxachanie, MS)
Hi all, So I'm hoping to go out soon for an easy 20 miles on a trail I haven't been on—the Tuxachanie Trail in Mississippi. The goal is to walk between sunrise...
